The men, I’m assuming men, who drew up the blueprints to Himeji Castle thought of everything. History records the names of the bigwigs who commissioned great historical structures. But the ...

HIMEJI, Hyogo Prefecture--Himeji Castle is undoubtedly one of the best preserved feudal era castles in Japan, but visitors rarely get the opportunity to explore the entire medieval complex.

Himeji-jo is the finest surviving example of early 17th-century Japanese castle architecture, comprising 83 buildings with highly developed systems of defence and ingenious protection devices dating ...

Some visitors to one of west Japan's most-loved tourist attractions will soon have to dig a little deeper for their tickets when Himeji Castle raises its entrance charge. Himeji City officials say ...

The twinning of a Japanese and a Welsh castle has heralded "the beginning of a beautiful friendship." The pairing of Conwy and Himeji castles is believed to be the first of its kind in the UK.

Conwy Castle and Himeji Castle are both Unesco World Heritage Sites and on 6 July a ceremony will be held in Conwy. The twinning is due to North Wales Tourism forging close links with the Japanese ...

A price review for visitors at one of Japan's premier tourist attractions is generating controversy over possible discrimination. Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is considering a ...

If plans to rebuild the main tower in wood are realized, it will become an even more amazing place. Himeji Castle, Himeji, Hyogo Pref. This is a UNESCO World Heritage site. No other Japanese castle ...

Enjoy a two-day road trip through the colorful autumn scenery of Hyogo Prefecture, exploring its tourist attractions to the ...